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I've been to Stevie's on more then one occasion. Each time I had a blast. There is a cover charge...
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I've been to Stevie's on more then one occasion. Each time I had a blast. There is a cover charge now due to the bar and loitering around listening to the band, but it is given back once you order dinner. You just have to remember to give your server the ticket. Everyone was friendly and did the best they could. If your looking for someone to kiss your butt go some place else. You get what you give here. The crowd is laid-back and just there to let loose.
Pros: Great menu, bar, live band
Cons: small but cozy
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I've been going to the Springbok since it before it was the Springbok. The difference the way it...
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I've been going to the Springbok since it before it was the Springbok. The difference the way it was before and the way it has become after the Springbok was born is the difference between night and day. It is an excellent establishment with terrific food.
I've read the posts, and I'll address that here. One person whined that they got sick from the food. Yeah right, I remember that lady and her complaint ... she was trying to manufacture a civil claim, as I recall. Either that or exorting money from the owners. Unfortunately, there are people out there that go all over to do the same thing to make money from business owners. That lady, in my opinion, is nothing but a fraud.
The food is EXCELLENT and I've had almost everything on the menu. My personal favorite is the Mahi Mahi and the Salmon. The steak is great too. But then again, so's the grilled chicken. Oh, the lamb chops are mouth-watering. Well ... let's just say it's ALL outstanding.
Service. Look, there are good days and bad for that, just like any place else. The Springbok is so good, there are times that it's practically standing room only. You try serving an entire bar full of people, each ordering 4-5 drinks at a time and all wanted to be the one served immediately. Add to that the snotty little horrible attitudes some people get (especially if they've had a couple already) when they realize that there are others wanting service too. Give the girls a break! Every last one of them works their tails off to do their best to accomodate everybody. As to the so called "blonde," she's nice to everyone, until someone gets nasty when they get "cut-off" for their own good. These girls work hard, yet I've seen some people (the few that had negative comments) get great service yet not leave one thin dime as a tip.
The most busy nights are Thurs - Sat. Thursday it's Karoke; live bands on Friday & Saturday. Sunday has Karoke, Mondays are a little quiet, and Tuesday it's Triva night.
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Club Rio
Category:
Steak Houses
15910 Ventura Blvd #101
Encino,
California 91436
I honestly do not understand the multitude of negative reviews this place has received! The Rio...
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I honestly do not understand the multitude of negative reviews this place has received! The Rio provides one of the most unique dining experiences in Los Angeles, and I have been there several times. In fact, it is one of my dating standards for someone I really want to have a great time with. I don't know what people are talking about "choice of steak, fish, or chicken." This style of Brazilian dining, by definition, offers all of those choices served traditionally, on a sword, and in abundance. Each table has a small wooden figure, one side red and one side green. If your green side is up, the waiters do not stop bringing to your table an almost overwhelming variety of skewered meats. I also enjoy the dinner show immensely, as I enjoy cultural displays. It allows for one to digest one's food, so that one may enjoy dancing once the restaurant turns into a night-club, which is after the show. One person mentioned that the female Samba dancers were "mediocre-looking" which I find very offensive. First of all, no they are not. Second of all, they are dancers, not models, and I happen to know that they also perform in Miami at times and all around the country. They are professionals. I love the ambiance, I have always enjoyed my fellow patrons there, and the food is always more than I can handle! Again, I do not understand where these negative reviews are coming from!
Pros: music, food, ambiance!
Cons: sometimes a little too crowded
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Bocca Steakhouse
Category:
Restaurants
16610 Ventura Blvd
Encino,
California 91436
i took out the family for dinner at about 7pm on Friday night at the suggestion of one of our...
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i took out the family for dinner at about 7pm on Friday night at the suggestion of one of our neighbors. This place has a band that lets the kids get up on stage and sing songs with them. The parking was very convenient and not expensive. The place seemed to be filled with locals and everybody was friendly and having fun. It's a fun place in addition to having great food. The kabobs were great and the hummous and baba gannoush may be the best I've had. We should have ordered this variety appitizer plate that the people at the next table had. The bar looked interesting and was pretty full. Even the wife loved it. We will go back later without the kids sometime soon.
Pros: food, fun for the kids, crowd
Cons: none
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Islands Restaurants
Category:
Restaurants
15927 Ventura Blvd
Encino,
California 91436
(818) 385-1200
My boyf and I visited Islands during the holidays last year. The burgers were rockin, the drinks...
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My boyf and I visited Islands during the holidays last year. The burgers were rockin, the drinks were delish, and the service was awesome! Its a great location also. We definatley think of Islands whenever we want a top of the line Burger. I'd say they're better than In&Out, lol!
Pros: excellent foods
Cons: can't think of any
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We went to Cabareh Tehran with my family .We had a great time .despite of who ever wrote about...
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We went to Cabareh Tehran with my family .We had a great time .despite of who ever wrote about club tehran me & my family had a great time there .The food was excellent & the prices was really reasonable they had an excellent show with very famous perian singers.The atmosfer was very nice .I have been in this country for over 30 years & been in this establishment customer since 1980. I never ever got over charged by them .They always been great in service & best show in town.
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Warm-toned, dark, Mediterranean vibe. Hosts are passionate about sharing their latest vine finds....
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Warm-toned, dark, Mediterranean vibe. Hosts are passionate about sharing their latest vine finds. Vino specializes in wine and tapas, so of course the portions are small. More taste, less filling, more room for flights of fancy.
I love coming here for a grownup girls' night out, or after/before a date. The best spot is the sofa & settees by the window. The rest of the tightly packed tables and barstools aren't as conducive to lounging.
On weekends lately, they've had a wonderful guitarist. I just wish he would turn the amp down from 11 so we don't have to shout.
Otherwise, a hidden gem.
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Chili's Grill & Bar
Category:
Casual Date Spot
17240 Ventura Blvd
Encino,
California 91316
(818) 926-4768
GREAT FOOD GREAT SERVICES! Must LOVEEEEE, my wife and kids love coming here, because it's so close...
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GREAT FOOD GREAT SERVICES! Must LOVEEEEE, my wife and kids love coming here, because it's so close to home, with great services and great food, love the manager there, great bud.
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